Lighting Designer I at PAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC | NY, US | Rezi

Lighting Designer I at PAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC

Lighting Designer I

PAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC · NY, US

4 days ago

Lighting Designer I

PAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC · NY, US

5 days ago
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About the Role

LUMA, the Architectural Lighting Design group within PAE Engineers, is seeking a creative and technically-minded Lighting Designer I to join their award-winning lighting studio. This role offers the chance to explore how light transforms architecture and develop foundational skills in professional lighting design within an integrated team that values both design intent and technical performance. You will support the design process from concept through construction, utilizing tools from hand sketching and physical mock-ups to advanced digital modeling in Revit and AGI. Collaborate with project leads to translate ideas into detailed documentation for beautiful and functional spaces. Ideal for a collaborative designer eager to master the art and science of light.

Responsibilities

  • Develop design and technical skills to increase knowledge and experience required for this position and to grow as a professional lighting designer
  • Support design and production documentation to convey lighting design concepts and design intent using design techniques and software, inducing but not limited to, hand sketching, mock-ups, participation in design charrettes, Revit/BIM production, lighting calculation software (AGI32, LightStanza, etc.)
  • Interact and promote the core values of PAE and professionalism with project team members both internal and external
  • Attend meetings with team members representing PAE under the LUMA brand
  • Complete assigned work on time with instruction from the project leads
  • Support preparation and production of project deliverables with attention to detail
  • Demonstrate accountability as an integral member of the design teams in which you are involved
  • Actively participate in project design and construction phases
  • Participate in lighting industry organizations and events to build supporting professional relationships and knowledge
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • College Degree required, preferably in Lighting Design, Architecture, Interior Design, or Theatrical Lighting
  • Time management and organization
  • Open and receptive to constructive critique
  • Clear graphic and oral communication of design
  • Ability to work collaboratively with others
  • Experience in Building Information Modeling (BIM), preferred
  • Experience in Adobe Creative Suite (emphasis on Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign)
  • Experience with photometric analysis software (AGi32), preferred
  • Experience with 3D digital design modeling software (Sketchup, 3DS Max, Rhino, or similar), preferred
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Skills

  • Revit/BIM production
  • Lighting calculation software (AGI32, LightStanza, etc.)
  • Hand sketching
  • Physical mock-ups
  • Design charrettes
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
  • Photometric analysis software (AGi32)
  • 3D digital design modeling software (Sketchup, 3DS Max, Rhino, or similar)
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Location

  • New York, NY

Work Type

  • Full Time
  • Hybrid

Experience Level

  • Entry

Education Level

  • College Degree

Salary/Compensations

  • $64,900-$84,400 annual
  • This position is eligible for time and a half overtime pay

Benefits

  • Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • Annual 401k profit sharing based on company profit for the year and account contribution
  • Professional development reimbursements including state registration and professional association dues
  • Employer paid commuter/parking stipend
  • Cell phone stipend
  • Life insurance and disability benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 9 paid holidays including an additional employee-selected day
  • Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays and vacation

About the Company

  • PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality.
  • By leveraging the latest technologies, we solve problems in unique ways, and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient.
  • PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project's lifespan, from idea to occupancy.
  • We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long-term operational needs.
  • As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet.
  • We embrace innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity.
  • Founded in 1967, PAE is a leading sustainable engineering and consulting firm on a mission to deliver clean air, energy, and water for all.
  • We specialize in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, building performance analysis, technology design, and lighting design (LUMA).
  • PAE designs some of the nation's highest-performing and most regenerative built environments across the U.S., from Living Buildings to all-electric buildings and beyond.
  • Our portfolio includes over 100 LEED Platinum projects as well as dozens of projects that have either achieved or are pursuing the Living Building Challenge, Passive House, Architecture 2030, Carbon Neutral, Net Zero Energy, and Net Zero Water.

Equal Opportunity

  • In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at PAE will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities.
  • PAE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (sex), national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical characteristics historically associated with race, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
  • PAE will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
  • This policy governs all aspects of employment including: selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.